Kick off a vibrant weekend at the Lunar New Year Dragon Boat Festival on Sat, Jan 3, 11:00 a.m. (dragon boat racing) and Sun, Jan 4, 1:00 p.m. (Lunar New Year celebration). Food, music and fun await! Ticket prices vary.

Join a naturalist to explore map and compass navigation, then test your new directional skills on a fun outdoor adventure course on Sat, Jan 10, 10:30 a.m. Be sure to bring water, sun protection, and closed-toe shoes. Ages 8+, $10/participant. Reservation required.

Learn about Florida's reptiles and amphibians with a naturalist, then set out on a guided nature tour of the wetlands on Sat, Jan 17, 9:30 a.m. All ages, $5/participant. Reservation required.

A FREE live music event series on Sat, Jan 17, 7:00 p.m. with Jambush (Rock Americana). No reservation required.

Learn about the history of the allied Seminoles and African American Seminole Maroons and their bravery during the Seminole Wars at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park (adjacent to Riverbend Park) on Sun, Jan 18, 9:00 a.m. The day includes rituals/ceremonies, lectures, exhibitors, vendors and more. All ages. No reservation required. FREE ADMISSION

Enjoy an evening in ONC's pine flatwoods as nocturnal wildlife comes to life. Meet animal ambassadors and join us on a guided trail exploration to spot night-roaming creatures on Tue, Jan 20, 5:30 p.m. All ages, $5/participant. Reservation required.

Take the family on a journey though Florida's history at Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park (adjacent to Riverbend Park) on Sat, Jan 24, 10:00 a.m. The day includes period reenactors, Seminole and U.S. Army camps, exhibitors, featured speakers, battlefield tours, weapons demos and an exciting battle reenactment. All ages. No reservation required. FREE ADMISSION

Join us for a special Ikebana demonstration celebrating the Sogetsu Ikebana Florida Branch's 55th Anniversary, with special guest Master Instructor Ken Kayama on Sat, Jan 24, 1:30 p.m. $25 with paid museum admission. Pre-registration is encouraged.

A physical activity program focused on maintaining stability and enhancing overall well-being. Classes are held on weekdays, 8:30 a.m. outdoors under the pavilion; second class held on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. No reservation required.

FREE ADMISSION

Sign up to volunteer for one-time special events and/or park/beach cleanups happening this month at PBC Parks!

From food trucks, a farmer's market to a food festival, check out special events happening all month long at PBC Parks! Reservation required for select events.

This January, Westgate Recreation Center will be open during the following hours: Monday & Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m., Wednesday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.